There is always more to say about communication in a relationship. Most of my couples report that their communication is off and they cannot discuss things fruitfully together.
Larry James in his book: How To Really Love The One You’re With, says:
“Know what you need from your relationship. Then proceed with confidence. Mutually discuss your needs.”
Often spend some time with your spouse, or significant other and talk about what you need from them. Needs change as people grow and experience new challenges, Maybe it is a new job, maybe you have just become a parent, or maybe you are facing the empty nest syndrome as your last child goes off to college. It is necessary to notify each other of how the changes are affecting you. Ask for help, ask for understanding, but most of all be clear in what you might need.
Most relationship conflict comes from a lack of meeting the needs of the other. So pay attention to your spouse, or significant other and find out how you can keep current on how you can meet their needs.
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